PotPourri

I met a Kellogg alumnus few days back. He was very helpful and provided some insightful tips into the Kellogg admission process. Actually we have been in touch since 2001. I must admit that he pointed out some significant blunders I could have committed. I also realized that inadvertently I have introduced some typos and errors in my previous 3 applications. Good, at least that I got the feedback before I submit my other 3 applications. I need to do a real good job with Kellogg, Wharton and Harvard. There is no point in thinking and losing my sleep on the mistakes I have committed – I can only learn and move ahead. Kellogg interview is just round the corner and I need to prepare myself substantially before the event. Next 2-3 weeks would be extremely busy for me as I struggle to finish my Wharton and Kellogg application before my vacation.

I am also taking the next 4 days off as I will travel and meet some of my friends in the east coast. So, it is additional pressure on me for the forthcoming 2 weeks in December. I have absolutely no idea how am I going to finish the 2 applications. Anyway I will try to joint down some notes while traveling – who knows I may hit upon some great ideas. Worst-case scenario, I may need to work on Wharton too during the Christmas break.

I did some extensive research on Kellogg in the last 2 days. Kellogg has a very strong Marketing department with an incredibly renowned Faculty. The Tech connection is/was also pretty strong, principally after the Center of Research of Technology and Innovation was initiated and Prof. Sawhney took charge. I think I would grow immensely if I am admitted to Kellogg – especially I am eyeing to hone my soft skills.

Bad News – MIT interview invites have started going out. That means more wait and more anxiety – I should just forget about the other 3 schools and concentrate on finishing the rest of my applications. I wonder how people get time to work on 7 or 8 applications – I am already sweating to finish 5 applications even after working tirelessly for the last 3 months.

Good News – Berkeley has been submitted and the topic has been put to rest. The ROI for CA residents is very impressive – you need to invest a slim amount of only 30000 dollars for 2 years i.e. peanuts compared to other top 15 schools. I am very impressed with the end product for Berkeley – the applications are getting better and better, particularly the essays.

Anyway, Thanksgiving is round the corner and people are already in the “holiday mood”. Why not just take a mental break from this rat race for the next few days and come back recharged?

Happy Thanksgiving :)